What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The distance between Chelmsford and Gatwick is 59 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Gatwick train from?

Chelmsford to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Gatwick train arrive?

Chelmsford to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Gatwick is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Chelmsford to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Gatwick.

Chelmsford to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 27m
£34–46
Drive 60.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chelmsford to Gatwickcar 60.1 mi
1h 2m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk066
2h 47m
£16–26
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
2h 17m
£27–44
Line 351 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Brentwood stationbus 351
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Farringdon Withouttrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Redhilltrain
3h 17m
£34–50

Chelmsford to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Gatwick Airport via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 27m.

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